General Microbiology

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This course covers the fundamental principles of microbiology, which includes the characteristics of bacteria, archaea, eukaryotes, and viruses; cell functions and microbial genetics; chemical and physical control methods of microbial growth; and interactions between microbes and humans in relation to pathology, immunology, and the role of normal biota. The laboratory experience focuses on microbiological techniques including culturing, microscopy, staining, identification, and control of microorganisms. This course requires 240 minutes of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO 103 Principles of Biology or BIO 201 Human Anatomy/Physiology I. Recommended: 4 semester hours of Chemistry Code B - Area V based on appropriate degree and pre-major for individual students